Department of Radiology and Radiological Sciences Archive — Page 1 of 8

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August 26, 2026

Vanderbilt Health receives $3.4 million grant to advance breast cancer imaging

MR cytometry is a magnetic resonance imaging technology pioneered by Vanderbilt Health investigators that provides information about tumor microstructure which cannot be obtained from conventional MRI.

By Madison Yarbrough
William Laxton, MD
July 24, 2026

William Laxton named to new leadership role in VMG Outpatient Imaging

The VMG Outpatient Imaging Centers provide X-ray, CT, MRI, ultrasound, mammography and bone density imaging services at more than 30 Middle Tennessee locations.

June 3, 2026

Lori Deitte receives national education award from American College of Radiology

This award recognizes individuals who exemplify a passion for teaching, genuine dedication to education, and commitment to fostering the understanding of radiological studies and continuous professional improvement of practice.

By Jill Clendening
Bryan Harris, MD, MPH, MMHC. (photo by Susan Urmy)
May 13, 2026

Bryan Harris named Executive Vice President for Shared Clinical Services Division

The Division supports Vanderbilt Health’s various entities such as Vanderbilt University Hospital, Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt and Vanderbilt Health Services, along with Vanderbilt Health’s regional hospitals and ambulatory clinics.

By John Howser
April 7, 2026

Multi-institutional team pioneers retinal test for early Alzheimer’s disease

The potential for a retinal screening test was bolstered by a recent discovery that clearance of amyloid-beta oligomers by immune cells in retinal blood vessels was disrupted in donor eyes from individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, compared to age-matched, healthy control eyes.

By Bill Snyder
February 20, 2026

Ancient teeth, enduring patterns: Mummy study supports oral-cardiovascular disease link

CT scans of 37 Egyptian mummies found strong correlations between oral disease and calcified blood vessels, offering new evidence that the link between dental and cardiovascular health spans 4,000 years of human history.

By Bill Snyder